STERLING BY MUSIC MAN JP150 Dimarzio Quilted Maple Cerulean Paradise
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The Essentials to Know About the Sterling by Music Man JP150 John Petrucci Guitar
- Signature electric guitar designed for precision and speed, inspired by John Petrucci's playing style.
- Roasted maple neck and fingerboard with JP "shield" inlays: sharp attack and premium feel.
- HH configuration + 12 dB active boost and 3-position selector switch: high output, clarity, and sustain.
- Modern tremolo and locking tuners: tuning stability and expressive playability.
An Accessible JP, Built for Performance in the Sterling by Music Man Range
The JP150 follows the lineage of "JP" models inspired by Petrucci's universe: shred-oriented ergonomics, easy access to high frets thanks to 24 frets, and gear designed for both stage and studio. Depending on the finish, the guitar adopts a more classic or modern visual identity, with a figured top (flamed maple) on the relevant versions.
For Whom, and in Which Styles?
The Sterling by Music Man JP150 primarily targets intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a fast and stable electric guitar for pick playing, technical riffs, and solos. It excels in modern rock, metal, progressive, and fusion, but remains versatile for cleaner tones thanks to the tone potentiometer and 3-position selector switch.
The Tone
With its HH (two humbuckers) configuration, the JP150 delivers a dense, precise, and quiet sound, ideal for articulate distortion and tight riffs. The 12 dB active boost allows pushing the amp or making a lead stand out without changing channels, while maintaining clear definition. The combination of the body (mahogany or nyatoh depending on finish) and the roasted maple fingerboard promotes a balance between warmth in the low mids and attack in the upper spectrum, with generous sustain. The modern tremolo adds an expressive palette (vibratos, controlled dives) while remaining performance-oriented.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
The guitar comes factory-strung with Ernie Ball 2221 Regular Slinky strings: if you appreciate the tension/comfort balance of this gauge, using the same set is the safest choice. The Deluxe Sterling by Music Man gig bag is included, practical for transport and daily protection.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Cover/case | Padded cover |
| Category | Double cut | Scalloped | Double |
| Format | Super-Strat | Body | Nyatoh |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Modern Tremolo |
| Strings | Steel | Nbre of pickups | 2 |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Neck Pickup | DiMarzio LiquiFire |
| Top | Dapple maple | Bridge pickup | DiMarzio Crunch Lab |
| Neck | Roasted maple 3 pieces screwed 5 points | Electronics | Active |
| Radius | 400 mm | Selector | 3-position |
| Nut Width | 42 mm | Settings | 1 x Push / Push Volume Boost + 1 x Tone |
| Fingerboard | Ebony | Electroacoustic | No |
| Nbrs of frets | 24 | Color | Blue |
| Scale (mm) | 648 mm | Finishing | Varnished |
| Tuning pegs | Lockings | Hardware | Black |
| Original Strings | Ernie Ball 2221 Regular Slinky | ||
| Model | JP150 (NBL), JP150FM (TL, RRD) | Fret markers | custom JP inlays |
| Body wood | mahogany (TL, NBL), nyatoh (RRD, TBKS) | Truss rod | dual action |
| Body color | teal (TL), Neptune blue (NBL), Royal red (RRD), Trans Black Satin (TBKS) | Neck attachment | 5 bolts |
| Bridge | modern tremolo | Tuners | locking |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 647 mm | Controls | 1 push-pull volume knob, 1 tone knob |
| Frets | 24 frets, medium jumbo profile | Switching | 3-way toggle pickup selector |
| Neck width | 1.65" / 41.9 mm at nut, 2.24" / 56.9 mm at last fret | Pickups | HH |
| Neck wood | 3-piece mahogany (RRD, MPP), 3-piece nyatoh (CPD, BOB) | Gig bag | Deluxe Sterling by Music Man |
Questions frequently asked
Which pickups are equipped on the Sterling by Music Man JP150 Dimarzio Quilted Maple Cerulean Paradise?
The HH configuration pairs a DiMarzio LiquiFire in the neck position with a DiMarzio Crunch Lab at the bridge. A 3-way selector switch allows choosing between the pickups.
Is the 12 dB active boost integrated?
A 12 dB active boost is controlled via the push/push volume potentiometer. It allows increasing the output level to drive the amp harder or to highlight a lead section.
Is the JP150 suitable for metal and shred playing?
This model suits modern rock, metal, progressive, and fusion styles thanks to its two humbuckers and 24 frets. The 648 mm scale length, 400 mm radius, and double cutaway facilitate access to high notes and technical playing.
What type of neck and fingerboard are used?
The neck is attached with 5 bolts and the fingerboard is ebony, featuring 24 medium jumbo frets. The nut width is 42 mm and the radius measures 400 mm.
Is a gig bag provided and which strings come with the guitar?
The Deluxe Sterling by Music Man gig bag is included. The original setup uses an Ernie Ball 2221 Regular Slinky string set.
